Pharmaceutical Form

Clinical Particulars

Therapeutic indications

Posology and Method of Administration

Apply a thin layer with suitable covering where necessary. Renew application as required. No distinction is required between indications or between adults, children and the elderly.

Topical cream for external use only.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Special Warnings and Precautions for Use

For external use only and should not be allowed to come into contact with the eyes and the mucous membranes.

Interaction with Other Medicinal Products and Other Forms of Interaction

None known.

Pregnancy and Lactation

There are no known contraindications.

Effects on Ability to Drive and Use Machines

Not applicable.

Undesirable Effects

Side effects include local hypersensitivity occasionally.

Overdose

No cases of overdose has been reported. If large amounts are swallowed accidentally, this may cause vomitting, diarrhoea, CNS stimulation and convulsions. Symptomatic treatment should be provided.

Pharmacological Properties

Pharmacodynamic Properties

Zinc oxide

a dermatological agent with astringent, soothing and protective properties.

Benzyl alcohol

a local anaesthetic with disinfectant properties.

Benzyl benzoate

an acaricide and has been used as a pediculicide, insect repellent and pharmaceutical solubilising agent. It is a constituent of many natural balsams and is one of the principal esters of Peru Balsam.

Benzyl cinnamate

this is the other principal ester of Peru Balsal BPC 1973. It is synthetised from benzyl alcohol and cinnamic acid which has antibacterial and antifungal properties. Peru Balsam is categorised as having a mild antiseptic action because of cinnamic acid and its derivatives present.

Lanolin

resembles the sebaceous secretions of human skin. The grade (hypoallergenic) used is manufactured so as to exclude many sensitising substances present in the lanolin.